Hello SteveD! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I understand that you have concerns regarding cleaning the cooktop. Well below is a link that will address cleaning the unit as well as the best cookware to use.
(https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00060833/)
best cookware to use: (https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00045483/)
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Thank you for choosing Samsung. ^Nic
Thank you for choosing Samsung. ^Nic